Senior Automation Engineer

Matrix Technologies•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$92,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Matrix Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer for its Indianapolis team. This hybrid, salaried role leads industrial automation projects from initial design and functional specifications through programming, testing, commissioning, and start-up. The engineer works across PLC, DCS, HMI, and industrial networking technologies for clients in multiple industries, combining technical work, client interaction, project leadership, and mentoring. The position is eligible for overtime pay and requires approximately 15–25% travel, including occasional overnight travel. Matrix Technologies provides engineering, automation, and systems integration services and describes its culture as collaborative and team-oriented. Its stated core purpose is “Enhancing People's Lives...Every Day.” The company highlights flexible schedules, professional growth opportunities, and compensation and benefit programs. The role may involve industrial field work, including exposure to hazardous locations, inclement weather, moving mechanical parts, noise, ladders, uneven ground, stairs, and food allergens. The employee must be able to access client industrial sites as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Controls, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering field.
At least 6 years of experience in industrial controls, automation, system integration, or a related area.
Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting PLC and/or DCS systems.
Experience with HMI development, testing, commissioning, and industrial equipment start-up.
Understanding of industrial control networks and system architecture.
Experience with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP/IP.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and other engineering disciplines.
Ability to travel approximately 15–25%, including occasional overnight travel.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Ability to access client industrial sites as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation.
Experience with Siemens.
Experience with AVEVA.
Experience with DCS platforms.
Experience with batch or continuous process controls.
Experience with systems integration.
Experience with EPC projects.
Experience with Process Control Network Architecture.
Experience in food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Lead automation and controls projects from concept through commissioning and start-up.
Develop PLC and/or DCS control programs and HMI applications for new and existing systems.
Create functional specifications, control narratives, test plans, and other project documentation.
Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), site testing, commissioning, and system start-up.
Design and troubleshoot industrial control system architectures and communications networks.
Work directly with clients to understand their processes, identify control system needs, and develop solutions.
Collaborate with electrical, process, mechanical, and other engineering disciplines.
Develop project scopes, preliminary designs, estimates, and technical proposals.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
Identify opportunities to improve client systems and support long-term client relationships.
Follow Matrix, client, and industry safety standards throughout project execution.

Benefits

Health insurance with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance, and vision insurance.
Paid time off, extra days available for purchase, and ten paid holidays.
Paid parental leave and bereavement leave.
Flexible work schedules and work-from-home options.
Wellness program with incentive dollars and preventive health screenings.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), critical illness insurance, and accident insurance.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
401(k) and Roth plans with a 5% match and immediate vesting upon enrollment.
Market-based competitive compensation and overtime pay for salaried positions.
Quarterly bonus program and spot bonus program.
Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA) with match and pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Life insurance paid by Matrix, with buy-up options.
Short-term and long-term disability plan paid by Matrix.
Technical, managerial, and administrative career paths; onboarding and mentoring; internal training and cross-training.
Support for PE certifications, registration, and renewals; assessments and leadership development; external certification programs and professional memberships.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Employee service awards and peer recognition.
Employee referral program and bonus.
Casual dress and discount programs.
Community involvement committee, sports teams, and clubs.
Profit sharing.